The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rochester station, Rochester, NY for Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY on Wed, Dec 03, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
64 Maple Leaf
284 Empire Service
280 Empire Service
448 Lake Shore Limited
48 Lake Shore Limited
64 Maple Leaf
284 Empire Service
280 Empire Service
448 Lake Shore Limited
48 Lake Shore LimitedTravel Information
Compare bus and train for Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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280 Empire Service | 10:40 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1h17 | 11:57 AM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
284 Empire Service | 1:34 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1h15 | 2:49 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
448 Lake Shore Limited | 3:06 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1h22 | 4:28 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited | 3:06 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1h22 | 4:28 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
64 Maple Leaf | 6:34 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1h10 | 7:44 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
Trains from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:33, the last at 17:37. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (117 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 09:33 |
Last train 17:37 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rochester station, Rochester, NY and Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is an intermodal transit station with facilities for Amtrak and bus services.
- Bus: Local and regional bus transportation is provided
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
- The Mission Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
- Comfort Inn & Suites Airport
- Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and bus services
- Bus: Centro Bus Service
- Taxi: Available outside the station

